I'm sorry it took me this long to update! I have exams soon, and I had so many tests! But I'm back now, and I'll work on as many chapters as I can. And I promise to make this chapter as long as I can think of stuff to put. Ok, Draco won by A LOT of votes. I still can't figure out how to get the italics to work, so I'll specify where thoughts are and what is actually said. Oh, and for the Bella and Draco scenes I got some of my inspiration from Katy Perry's song Long Shot. I think it can really fit with their romance, the whole Voldemort aspect, and things that could come. Hint Hint! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

*About a week after Izzy's conversation with Dumbledore*

I was sitting at the Gryffindor table with Hermione, Ginny, and Nevel (Harry and Ron had Quidditch practice). I had fun catching up with them, seeing as we hadn't seen each other for a while. As I looked around the dining hall, I noticed a boy with striking blond hair. "Ginny, who is that boy with blond hair at the Slytherin table?" I asked. If anyone knew about boys, it was Ginny. "Oh, that's Draco Malfoy, he's a total arse." She said. "Oh come on, is he really that bad?" I asked. "Izzy, he has terrorized Harry, Ron, Nevel, and I for years. I think he deserves the title of arse" Hermione interjected. (AN: I'm too lazy to type out "Izzy's thoughts start/ Izzy's thoughts end every time, so they will be shortened to ITS/ITE. k? k.) ITS: Dang. I thought he was kinda cute... but I've had my fair share of arses.ITE. " Oh no! We're going to be late for potions with Slytherins if we don't hurry!" Hermione exclaimed.

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*Now in the dungeons for class*

We weren't late, thanks to a shortcut Ginny knew from Fred and George. When we took our seats, I was next to Nevel. ITS: Why do people keep sending me looks of... pity is it? ITE. "Cauldrons on, wands away, books out, and NO TALKING" Snape boomed as he walked into the classroom. We all scrambled to get out our book out, when Professor Sprout came in. She whispered something to Snape, and in response he scrunched his nose in... disgust maybe? "Alright class, change of plans. You are all to report to Professor Mcgonagal's classroom for a special announcement" He said. "Oh and class" he continued, " I will have your seating arrangements in the morning. You will receive them at breakfast, so do not be late." "UGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHH" everybody groaned.

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*In Mcgonagal's classroom*

"Alright everyone, settle down!" Mcgonagal trilled. "You were pulled from your class for a special announcement. There is to be a back to school ball. Formal attire, however, dates are not required. Instead of your potions slot right now, you may all go straight to gringtos and then Hogsmeade to shop. Good day to you all, and happy shopping." She finished. Suddenly, all you could hear was talk of dresses and dates. Lavender was loudest of all of course. "Izzy, do you have a special someone you want to go with?" Ginny asked. "I dunno Gin, I haven't really talked to that many guys outside of our group. I assume you want Harry to ask you?" I asked with a knowing grin. "Well, I mean...I wouldn't object if...he never...what was the question?" She said, flustered as she could be. "Hermione, do you have someone in mind?" Ginny asked, probably to redirect the conversation away from her and Harry. "Well, not really. Ron just isn't my type anymore, and I don't think any other boys are that interesting. Maybe a

Ravenclaw?" She mused. "Well, dates or no dates, we HAVE to find the PERFECT dresses!" Ginny squealed. And with that, we were dragged off to go dress shopping.

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I hope this was a nice chapter to make up for my terribly long absence! Forgive me? How about I bake every reviewer a cake? =)